Are petrol stations open on Easter Bank Holiday? Where to get fuel and diesel over the period

THE Easter bank holiday is typically a busy time of the year for many families across the UK.

The last thing drivers need is to be stranded after running out of fuel during this period. Here’s everything you need to know in order to plan your journey.

Tesco Petrol Stations

Tesco petrol stations will be open with normal or slightly reduced hours across the Easter period.

This includes Good Friday, where typically stations will be open between 6am and 10pm.

Most stations will remain open on Easter Sunday, despite the actual stores being closed.

Stations will typically remain open on Easter Monday with reduced hours.

You should double check using the Tesco store locator before beginning your journey.

Sainsbury’s Petrol Stations

Sainsbury’s stores will mostly remain open across the Easter period, opening between 7am and 11pm on both Good Friday and Easter Saturday.

Stores will be closed on Easter Sunday, and will reopen on Easter Monday.

It is best to check closing times for specific branches by visiting the Sainsbury’s Store Locator to avoid disappointment.

Morrisons Petrol Stations

All large Morrisons stores will be shut on Easter Sunday.

However, they will be open as usual during the rest of the Easter period.

It is best to check the Morrisons store finder before setting out on your journey.

Asda Petrol Stations

Asda stations typically remain open over the Easter period, much like they do on Christmas Day.

Their pay-at-the-pump systems usually remain active, even if the stores aren’t open, meaning drivers can get petrol as long as they can pay with a debit or credit card at the pump.

It’s best to check the Asda store locator first before setting out on your journey.

Shell Petrol Stations

Many Shell petrol stations are open 24 hours a day and will maintain this schedule across the Easter period.

Shell garages on motorways are guaranteed to be open and available to buy fuel from across the holidays.

However, some smaller branches may close or work on reduced hours.

It’s best to check the Shell service station locator before setting off.

Esso Petrol Stations

Most Esso petrol stations remain open during the bank holidays, and the Easter weekend is no different.

However, the shops attached to the stations may be working on reduced hours or closed.

It’s best to check the Esso station locator to confirm the opening times of your local branch.

BP Petrol Stations

BP stations often remain open 24 hours a day across the entire year, particularly when these stations are on major roads and motorways.

Opening hours may vary depending on the ownership of the branch.

It’s best for drivers to consult the BP station finder before starting their journeys.